Effects on Skin, Scalp, and Hair
The minerals in Morton's 6.1 GPG water are not harmful to your health but can be harsh on your body. These minerals combine with soap to form a residue that doesn't rinse away cleanly. This can leave your skin feeling tight and dry, contribute to an itchy scalp, and make your hair feel dull and weighted down.
The Right Filter for Morton's Water
With water hardness at 6.1 GPG, a large, expensive whole-house softener system is not a practical investment. A more focused strategy will yield better results for less money.
- For Drinking and Cooking: An under-sink Reverse Osmosis (RO) system provides pure, great-tasting water on demand, eliminating the need for single-use plastic bottles. Simple pitcher or faucet-mount filters are also effective budget options.
- For Appliance Protection: A salt-free water conditioner is the ideal technology for this hardness level. It prevents scale from forming in your pipes and water heater without the use of salt or electricity.
A traditional water softener, at roughly $1,500 installed, would save you an estimated $63 per year in energy and appliance costs. This translates to a payback period of almost 24 years, making it an unsuitable financial choice for this water profile.